scholarly journals Maternal morbidity associated with full cervical dilatation versus early labour caesarean sections. An audit from a regional Australian centre

2017 ◽  
Vol 53 ◽  
pp. 62-62
Author(s):  
Michael S. Archibong ◽  
Wilson S. Adenikinju ◽  
Olaniyi J. Olayemi ◽  
Mariam Amuda

Caesarean section done at full cervical dilatation (second stage of labour) has been on the rise globally and comes with its own unique challenges and complications. This commentary highlights the peculiar challenges associated with caesarean section in second stage of labour and gives an overview on various principles to be followed and techniques to employ to reduce fetal and maternal morbidity.


2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 94-98
Author(s):  
Mufdlilah Mufdlilah ◽  
Fijri Rachmawati

Excessive fetal weight is considered as a health issues because it increases perinatal and maternal morbidity and mortality. The prevalence of macrosomia worldwide has increased over the past 2 to 3 decades. This study aimed to determine correlation between the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus and macrosomia among pregnant women. The design of this study was analytical with a case control approach. Data used to analyze the incidence of macrosomia based on secondary data from 2014-2018. This research suggested that diabetes mellitus in pregnancy has a significant relationship with the incidence of macrosomia.


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